Kirajhola - Pottangi, Koraput
Kirajhola is a village situated in the Pottangi tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pottangi and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Maliput serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kirajhola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kirajhola is 430018. The village covers a total geographical area of 105 hectares and falls under the 764039 pincode. Jeypur is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Kirajhola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pottangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kirajhola
As per Census 2011, Kirajhola village has a total population of 302 people, consisting of 146 males and 156 females. The village has 69 households and a sex ratio of 1,068 females per 1,000 males. There are 49 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 87 literate and 215 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 220 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kirajhola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 302 | 146 | 156 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 17 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 220 | 104 | 116 |
| Literate Population | 87 | 60 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 215 | 86 | 129 |
Nearby Villages of Kirajhola
Kirajhola is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Tema | North | 1.86 km |
| Dusura | West | 2.15 km |
| Sargiguda | East | 2.26 km |
| Bhitaraguda | South-West | 2.63 km |
| Hatoguda (hataguda) | North-West | 2.69 km |
| Sepaiput | East | 3.50 km |
| Malkarbandha | East | 3.81 km |
| Gunja | West | 3.83 km |
| Guntha | South-West | 3.94 km |
| Deopottangi | South | 4.12 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kirajhola
Kirajhola is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bheja, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jeypur to Kirajhola is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Kirajhola is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kirajhola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kirajhola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kirajhola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kirajhola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kirajhola
Where is Kirajhola located?
Kirajhola village is located in Pottangi Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kirajhola?
The Gram Panchayat of Kirajhola is Maliput.
What is the pincode of Kirajhola?
The pincode of Kirajhola is 764039.
What is the population of Kirajhola?
Kirajhola has a total population of 302, including 146 males and 156 females.
How many households are there in Kirajhola?
There are 69 households in Kirajhola.
What is the literacy rate in Kirajhola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kirajhola is 28.81%. Male literacy is 41.10% and female literacy is 17.31%.